Thread: Polar alignment
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Old 10-09-2018, 03:07 AM
Legin (Nigel)
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Polar alignment

I currently own a AZ EQ6 GT mount and I am trying to refine the polar alignment.

I can align the mount fairly well that is I point the mount aligned with true north south. Then adjust the azimuth if necessary. It can be fiddly but I usually end up with alignment that is good enough for visual use.

I would like to try my hand at Astrophotography. I can hardly see anything through the polar scope. Finding Sigma Octantis is near impossible. Though I suspect this is due to the alignment being off.

I have tried drift alignment but I have lots of trees around here that do not allow me to see stars close to the horizon.

Any help in refining my alignment would be appreciated.
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